Evidence Based

Rest assured, our curriculum is supported by decades of research, case studies, and surveys. The methods and strategies used within School-Connect are proven and effective in developing and strengthening student's academic, social, and emotional skills. Simply put, it works!

Four quote percentages on what teachers are saying

Evaluation Results

Now in our 4th edition, our curriculum has been evaluated and updated based on the latest social and developmental findings, expert analysis, and student and educator feedback. As a result, we are included in CASEL’s Middle and High School Guide to Effective SEL Programs and were included in the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices (NREPP).

Annual surveys from School-Connect educators speak to positive classroom and campus impacts, specifically class climate, teacher-student relationships, respect for others, and emotional management. Teachers have also reported higher levels of connection (or deeper relationships) among students and more meaningful class discussions.

Findings

An outcome study conducted by Agile Analytics has shown that for students who were taught School-Connect lessons consistently there was a significant decrease in discipline referrals for class disruptions and disrespect toward adults and an increase in academic performance. Findings from a study conducted by Multi-Dimensional Education Inc. reported healthier and increased positive levels of school climate, educational attitudes, and developmental perspectives when School-Connect is used consistently. This study also supports School-Connect’s positive impact on education and classrooms seeking to help students successfully transition into high school. In a separate study of students receiving Special Education services and receiving School-Connect lessons, attendance rates increased and disciplinary referrals and suspensions decreased.

Two graphs showing how School-Connect students showed significant improvement in disciple data

Summary of School-Connect evaluation studies linked here.

What Students and Teachers say about School-Connect

What STUDENTS say...

What have you learned from School-Connect?

“How to COPE with stress”

“Get BETTER grades”

“Keep priorities straight”

“NOT FLIP my lid”

“RESOLVE conflicts”

“Take RESPONSIBILIY”

“How to CONTROL your anger”

“Disagree without beng disagreeable”

“BOUNCE BACK from setbacks”

“FORGIVE others”

“Take EFFECTIVE notes”

“How to PREPARE for tests”

“How bad bullying really is”

“To push myself to the GOALS I want”

“BENEFITS of going to college”

What TEACHERS say...

School-Connect Survey Results

“I have been teaching for 20 years. I love this curriculum. It's the best one I have used.”

“I LOVE it! With minimal prep I know I will have an excellent lesson/skill building for teens.”

“I love the teen voices videos! It helps the students connect with lessons and shows other students going through similar or same things.”

“I LOVE LOVE LOVE the getting connected and extension lessons. They are great when my students need more than just the primary lesson to apply their knowledge.”

“The slides and activities were easy to plan and the students were very engaged in the lessons.”

“My favorite thing about School-Connect is that the lessons are ready made, it is not one more class I have to find curriculum for.”

“Love the topics! Teachers are able to extend the lessons naturally through discussion/circle groups.”